What Do Do In Denver, Co For One Day? What Is A Must?

[Butcher]

We're going to Loveland the 2nd week of August for the sculpture invitational and will have all day Monday to do "whatever". There are so many things I want to see around the area, but I don't know how to pick. We'll be doing some driving back and forth and around Loveland the whole weekend, so I really don't want to spend the entire Monday in the car. Anyone have any suggestions or recommendations? Hopefully we'll be going back next year for the entire week so we can do a lot of driving, sight-seeing, etc. around the whole area. Since this trip is so short, I'd like to make the best of our Monday in Denver. Thanks! Oh, and is there one place to eat that we shouldn't miss????

[abraham90]

I chatted with my sis in CO and she had a great time talking at work with everyone and this is the scoop! ·         Denver Zoo(4 hours) -OR- ·         Tour at Molly Brown House(2 hours) -OR- ·         Denver Aquarium(3 hours) ·         Lunch:  Old Spaghetti Factory 1-2:00pm ·         16th Street Mall (Walk and see shops) ·         Dinner(ESPN Zone, Hard Rock Café, Maggianos, Denver Chophouse, Cheesecake Factory) ·         Movie at 16th Street Mall Pavilions   some other eating ideas: Sonodas - Suishi seafood restaurant www.sonodassushi.com BD Mongolian BBQ   www.gomongo.com Maggianos - Italian     www.maggianos.com   Oh, Maggianos got mentioned twice! must be good!   Then they decided: 1.If you are an indoor person - Museum of Natural History/Nature & Science 2. If you are an outdoor person the Denver Zoo or just walking around the 16th street mall(all outdoors) which is lots of shops and a ton of places to eat with many different choices. So there are some ideas for you from people who live in Denver! Sources: My baby sister in CO(Librarian50 66 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Channe]

Get over to Boulder on Monday, and do some local market research - ask any store owner and they will help find decent restaurants. Laudicio's and Frasca jump in my mind first - but there are so many more! Loveland is about an hour from Denver. Just 15 minutes north is Fort Collins, with a number of very good restaurants. I have no clue as to what else you are interested in, but there are a lot of outdoor things to do(hiking, rafting, bicycling), as well as music, plays, and other cultural events. Colorado also makes more beer in absolute terms than any other state, and you can find out about brewery tours. I recommend searching online for what you are keen to experience. For example, I just found this source: http://www.reporterherald.com/entertainment/

[Townly]

I got to spend approximately the same amount of time as you in Denver. T'was a blast! I'd highly recommend eating dinner at ESPN zone or Hard Rock Cafe if you haven't tried them elsewhere. Great food, huge portions, and really fun.

[Christofor]

this is not the Denver area but sense you are already in Loveland, has you been to Estes Park? It is a awesome drive up the Big Thompson Canyon, where you can see bighorn sheep,beautiful rivers. Estes Park itself is a fun town with cute little shop. One place to stop would be the Stanley Hotel, Stephen King wrote the book The Shinning after staying there. They gives tours of the place and you get to go into some of the tunnels that they claim are haunted. After checking out downtown Trail Ridge Road is a nice drive,there are tons of Elk that are fun to watch.     If you insist on going to Denver they has a outstanding Museum of Natural History that will take up most of the day. We enjoy eating at Cinzzettis                     http://www.cinzzettis.com/location.html   it is so yummy.... Enjoy your time we love the Denver area.

[lazzaro72]

Northern Colorado vs. Denver - here are some suggestions Get over to Boulder on Monday, and do some local market research - ask any store owner and they will help find decent restaurants. Laudicio's and Frasca jump in my mind first - but there are so many more! Loveland is about an hour from Denver. Just 15 minutes north is Fort Collins, with a number of very good restaurants. I have no clue as to what else you are interested in, but there are a lot of outdoor things to do(hiking, rafting, bicycling), as well as music, plays, and other cultural events. Colorado also makes more beer in absolute terms than any other state, and you can find out about brewery tours. I recommend searching online for what you are keen to experience. For example, I just found this source: http://www.reporterherald.com/entertainment/ Robinboulder 66 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Dario]

Things to Do in Denver Museo de las Americas TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 143 attractions in Denver The Museo de las Americas is the only museum in the Rocky Mountain Region that focuses exclusively on the art, history and culture of Latin America from ancient times to the present. The purpose of the Museo's exhibits and programs is to promote understanding between cultures, to encourage appreciation for the rich cultural diversity of the Americas and to build pride in Latino heritage.Attraction type: Specialty museum; Art museum; History museum; Other Traveler Reviews: Jul 27, 2005 "We loved this museum!" Read all reviews » Coors Field TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 143 attractions in Denver Coors Field truly is beautiful. DT Denver has something for everyone after the game. Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field Traveler Reviews: Jul 11, 2008 "Coors FIeld....A must see place in the "Rockies"" Jul 2, 2008 "Great Experience" Jun 17, 2008 "Fantastic Ballpark for a Vacation" Read all reviews » Tattered Cover Bookstore TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 143 attractions in Denver This world-famous five story bookstore offers a relaxing atmosphere perfect for browsing.Attraction type: Shop; Specialty shop; Other Traveler Reviews: Jul 7, 2008 "What a bookstore!" Jan 15, 2008 "great bookstore for the true book fanatics" Nov 5, 2007 "Great bookstore" Read all reviews » The Spa at The Brown Palace TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 143 attractions in Denver Attraction type: Spa Traveler Reviews: Jul 14, 2008 "Great Spa Experience" Jul 8, 2008 "SO polite!" Jun 30, 2008 "Can't Wait to Return!" Read all reviews » Mount Evans TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 143 attractions in Denver Attraction type: Mountain Traveler Reviews: Jul 16, 2008 "Beautiful drive up Mt Evans" Jul 1, 2008 "WOW What a Ride!!" Aug 16, 2006 "14130 feet above sea level by car" Read all reviews » Denver Museum of Nature & Science TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 143 attractions in Denver Better understand the universe, nature and human cultures by visiting a number of permanent exhibits such as "Hall of Life," "Prehistoric Journey" and "Egyptian Mummies."Attraction type: Natural history museum; Science museum; Theater; Observatory/planetarium; Other Traveler Reviews: Jun 3, 2008 "2nd Review: More detailed and Recent" Feb 20, 2008 "Roar!" Jul 17, 2007 "This was fascinating!" Read all reviews » Larimer Square TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 143 attractions in Denver Part of the first downtown area of Denver, this locale has been restored as a trendy shopping area.Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Other Traveler Reviews: Jun 3, 2008 "Loved it" Mar 3, 2008 "Great food." Read all reviews » Denver Center for the Performing Arts TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 143 attractions in Denver Dedicated to excellence in the arts, Denver's showcase features live theatre, original plays and Broadway-style shows.Attraction type: Theater; Other; Performance Be the first to review this attraction 16th Street Mall TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 143 attractions in Denver Located in the heart of Denver, this vibrant area offers a variety of shops and places to relax.Attraction type: Mall; Scenic/historic walking area; Street Traveler Reviews: Mar 31, 2008 "A bit of everything" Jan 17, 2008 "Different Experience" Jul 30, 2007 "Very nice" Read all reviews » Denver Zoo TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 143 attractions in Denver This zoo is home to more than 4000 animals representing over 700 species. Features include: Tropical Discovery, a large indoor rainforest featuring both marine and freshwater aquariums, the world's...Attraction type: Zoo Traveler Reviews: May 24, 2008 "Worth a trip" May 11, 2008 "Zoo is the Bomb!" Feb 20, 2008 "Great Zoo" Read all reviews » Cruise Room Bar Sources: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g33388-Activities-Denver_Colorado.html newbie2268986 66 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Heathclyf]

ESPN zone or Hard Rock! I got to spend approximately the same amount of time as you in Denver. T'was a blast! I'd highly recommend eating dinner at ESPN zone or Hard Rock Cafe if you haven't tried them elsewhere. Great food, huge portions, and really fun. MFlanders 66 months ago Please sign in to give a compliment. Please verify your account to give a compliment. Please sign in to send a message. Please verify your account to send a message.

[Okeefe]

·         Denver Zoo(4 hours) -OR- ·         Tour at Molly Brown House(2 hours) -OR- ·         Denver Aquarium(3 hours) ·         Lunch:  Old Spaghetti Factory 1-2:00pm ·         16th Street Mall (Walk and see shops) ·         Dinner(ESPN Zone, Hard Rock Café, Maggianos, Denver Chophouse, Cheesecake Factory) ·         Movie at 16th Street Mall Pavilions   some other eating ideas: Sonodas - Suishi seafood restaurant www.sonodassushi.com BD Mongolian BBQ   www.gomongo.com Maggianos - Italian     www.maggianos.com   Oh, Maggianos got mentioned twice! must be good!   Then they decided: 1.If you are an indoor person - Museum of Natural History/Nature & Science 2. If you are an outdoor person the Denver Zoo or just walking around the 16th street mall(all outdoors) which is lots of shops and a ton of places to eat with many different choices. So there are some ideas for you from people who live in Denver!

[Rani]

Museo de las Americas TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 143 attractions in Denver The Museo de las Americas is the only museum in the Rocky Mountain Region that focuses exclusively on the art, history and culture of Latin America from ancient times to the present. The purpose of the Museo's exhibits and programs is to promote understanding between cultures, to encourage appreciation for the rich cultural diversity of the Americas and to build pride in Latino heritage.Attraction type: Specialty museum; Art museum; History museum; Other Traveler Reviews: Jul 27, 2005 "We loved this museum!" Read all reviews » Coors Field TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 143 attractions in Denver Coors Field truly is beautiful. DT Denver has something for everyone after the game. Attraction type: Arena/stadium/field Traveler Reviews: Jul 11, 2008 "Coors FIeld....A must see place in the "Rockies"" Jul 2, 2008 "Great Experience" Jun 17, 2008 "Fantastic Ballpark for a Vacation" Read all reviews » Tattered Cover Bookstore TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 143 attractions in Denver This world-famous five story bookstore offers a relaxing atmosphere perfect for browsing.Attraction type: Shop; Specialty shop; Other Traveler Reviews: Jul 7, 2008 "What a bookstore!" Jan 15, 2008 "great bookstore for the true book fanatics" Nov 5, 2007 "Great bookstore" Read all reviews » The Spa at The Brown Palace TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 143 attractions in Denver Attraction type: Spa Traveler Reviews: Jul 14, 2008 "Great Spa Experience" Jul 8, 2008 "SO polite!" Jun 30, 2008 "Can't Wait to Return!" Read all reviews » Mount Evans TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 143 attractions in Denver Attraction type: Mountain Traveler Reviews: Jul 16, 2008 "Beautiful drive up Mt Evans" Jul 1, 2008 "WOW What a Ride!!" Aug 16, 2006 "14130 feet above sea level by car" Read all reviews » Denver Museum of Nature & Science TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 143 attractions in Denver Better understand the universe, nature and human cultures by visiting a number of permanent exhibits such as "Hall of Life," "Prehistoric Journey" and "Egyptian Mummies."Attraction type: Natural history museum; Science museum; Theater; Observatory/planetarium; Other Traveler Reviews: Jun 3, 2008 "2nd Review: More detailed and Recent" Feb 20, 2008 "Roar!" Jul 17, 2007 "This was fascinating!" Read all reviews » Larimer Square TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 143 attractions in Denver Part of the first downtown area of Denver, this locale has been restored as a trendy shopping area.Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Other Traveler Reviews: Jun 3, 2008 "Loved it" Mar 3, 2008 "Great food." Read all reviews » Denver Center for the Performing Arts TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 143 attractions in Denver Dedicated to excellence in the arts, Denver's showcase features live theatre, original plays and Broadway-style shows.Attraction type: Theater; Other; Performance Be the first to review this attraction 16th Street Mall TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 143 attractions in Denver Located in the heart of Denver, this vibrant area offers a variety of shops and places to relax.Attraction type: Mall; Scenic/historic walking area; Street Traveler Reviews: Mar 31, 2008 "A bit of everything" Jan 17, 2008 "Different Experience" Jul 30, 2007 "Very nice" Read all reviews » Denver Zoo TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 143 attractions in Denver This zoo is home to more than 4000 animals representing over 700 species. Features include: Tropical Discovery, a large indoor rainforest featuring both marine and freshwater aquariums, the world's...Attraction type: Zoo Traveler Reviews: May 24, 2008 "Worth a trip" May 11, 2008 "Zoo is the Bomb!" Feb 20, 2008 "Great Zoo" Read all reviews » Cruise Room Bar